Why Fall is Perfect for Baby-Led Weaning
Fall isn’t just cozy sweaters and pumpkin patches - it’s also one of the best seasons to introduce your baby to new flavors. The harvest brings naturally sweet, nutrient-rich produce that’s perfect for tiny hands to explore. With baby-led weaning (BLW), you can skip bland purées and let your baby self-feed safe, soft textures right from the start.
Fall Veggies for Baby-Led Weaning
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Pumpkin 🎃: Roast slices until soft; offer as strips your baby can hold. Rich in vitamin A for eye health.
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Butternut Squash: Naturally sweet; cut into wedges or mash slightly for self-feeding.
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Sweet Potato: Steam or roast into finger-length strips; great for practicing grasping.
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Carrots: Roast whole or cut into sticks until soft enough to squish between fingers.
💡 Tip: Always check textures! Veggies should be soft enough to mash between your fingers but firm enough for baby to hold.
Fall Fruits for Baby-Led Weaning
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Apples 🍎: Steam or bake slices until tender. Sprinkle with cinnamon (safe after 6 months) to expose baby to spices.
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Pears: Naturally soft when ripe; cut into spears for grasping.
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Plums: Slice into wedges; babies can gnaw on the flesh while building oral motor skills.
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Figs: Soft, sweet, and nutrient-dens; —cut into halves or quarters.
Spice it Up (Safely!)
Did you know? Babies can enjoy herbs and spices early on. A pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger with apples or pumpkin helps develop adventurous palates. Early exposure to flavors can reduce picky eating later in life.
How to Serve: Quick BLW Tips
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Cut into graspable pieces (long strips or spears).
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Cook until soft but not mushy—easy to squish, safe to swallow.
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Skip added sugar and salt. Natural flavors are enough!
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Sit together at the table—babies learn by watching you eat.
Bringing Globowl into Fall
At Globowl, we love celebrating seasonal flavors from around the world. Our meals already introduce your baby to global tastes - think Baby Bibimbap or Veggie Tikka Masala - but you can complement them with fall produce at home so you can Open the Flavor Window™.
